The City of Glenn Heights is marking its 55th anniversary with a celebration this weekend. The event will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Heritage Park. It is free to attend and will feature live music from several artists, including the David Whiteman Band, Charlie Boy, Cryispyola, Carson Jeffrey, Quamon Fowler, and Quentin Moore.
In addition to the music, attendees can enjoy food trucks, local vendors, a kids' zone, and a car show hosted by the Grand Lagos Car Club.
Mayor Sonja A. Brown expressed her gratitude for the city’s history and its future. "It has been a wonderful experience serving the residents of Glenn Heights as both a Councilmember and now Mayor. It is an honor I do not take lightly," she said. "I am deeply indebted to the Craddock family, whose vision 55 years ago laid the foundation for what we now know and love as the great city of Glenn Heights. I encourage you to join city officials, staff, and neighbors this weekend as we celebrate our city's 55th Anniversary and look forward to the next 55 years of continued growth and success together."
Residents have also been asked to submit a slogan representing the city. The top five finalists were selected earlier this week, and the winner will be chosen at the celebration based on audience response.
Glenn Heights was incorporated on September 16, 1969, and has since grown from a population of 1,033 in 1980 to 19,709 in 2024. The city's incorporation was largely driven by Dallas firefighter N.L. Craddock, who developed a 30-acre mobile home park in the area during the 1960s.
For tickets to the 55th Anniversary Celebration please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/glenn-heights-55th-anniversary-celebration-tickets-972478428157
